Sunday, November 20, 2016

What's the difference between Tequila and Mezcal?

Contrary to popular belief, mezcal is not a type of tequila. In fact, it’s the other way around. Tequila is a type of mezcal that can only be made in Jalisco, Mexico from the blue agave plant. Mezcal, on the other hand, can be made anywhere in Mexico from various types of agave. Mezcal is smokier than tequila since the agave piñas are roasted, instead of steamed, before they are crushed.